Electrical Engineering & Space
Welcome to Her Future STEM
She Belongs in
Science. Tech.
Engineering. Math.
Spotlights, stories, resources, and a community for girls and young women building their future in STEM — because you were always supposed to be here.
Our Mission
Her Future STEM exists to make sure no girl ever feels like she stumbled into the wrong room.
We celebrate girls and young women building careers and identities in science, technology, engineering, and mathematics. Through spotlights, interviews, resources, and honest storytelling we show that STEM doesn't have a single face — and that face could be yours.
Why Representation Matters
You Can't Be
What You Can't See
Research shows that girls who see women thriving in STEM are significantly more likely to pursue those paths themselves. Representation isn't a feel-good extra — it's a structural necessity. When role models look like you, the impossible starts to feel possible.
Her Future STEM is here to close that visibility gap — one story at a time.
Learn more about the project →28%
of STEM workers are women, despite making up half the workforce
3×
more likely to pursue STEM when girls have a visible role model
25%
of engineering bachelor's degrees are earned by women globally
∞
untapped potential when every girl is given the chance to belong
What You'll Find Here
Spotlights
Stories of girls and women making waves across every STEM field — from labs to launch pads.
Interviews
In-depth conversations with STEM professionals and students who share their unfiltered journeys.
STEM Resources
Curated scholarships, free courses, programs, and tools — all vetted, all free or low-cost.
Engineering Corner
Hands-on mini projects, concept explainers, and bite-sized challenges for curious minds.
Blog
Honest writing on imposter syndrome, identity, career navigation, and STEM culture.
About the Project
Meet the mission, the values, and the vision behind Her Future STEM.
Featured Spotlights
View all →Electrical Engineering & Astronautics
Ellen Ochoa
Aerospace Engineering & Mars Exploration
Diana Trujillo
From the Blog
Read all posts →Engineering Corner
Curious About Engineering?
Start Here.
Engineering Corner is a beginner-friendly space for students who want to understand how things are designed, built, and improved — no prior experience required. Just curiosity.
From guided mini projects to clear concept explainers, this section makes engineering feel less intimidating and a lot more like something you could actually do.
Explore Engineering Corner →Design Thinking
Identify real problems, brainstorm ideas, and prototype solutions step by step.
Mini Projects
Guided challenges you can try at home — bridges, circuits, and paper engineering.
Concept Explainers
Clear, jargon-free breakdowns of core engineering principles and STEM ideas.
Real-World Problems
See how engineers tackle climate change, public health, and infrastructure challenges.